In November 1939 the President of the Garrett County Teachers’ Association appointed a committee to study the formation of a Garrett County Historical Society. A year later the Teachers’ Association approved the study. In January 1941 the Garrett County Historical Society was incorporated with Capt. Charles E. Hoye President and Marshall G Brown First Vice President. As stated in the newly adopted constitution, the purpose was “to discover, secure, and preserve whatever relates to the history of this area, and disseminate knowledge of our local area”.

The Garrett County Historical Society combines many facets of Garrett County History into two museums with wide-ranging displays and presentations. The Garrett County History Museum features a variety of artifacts that will take you through generations of Garrett County History. The Transportation Museum focuses on the evolution of transportation in the county.

From our roots the Society has always been about education. Visit our 2 museums and Dailey’s Park; learn the history of Garrett County.

Be a part of Garrett County History by Joining, Donating, or Volunteering.